Origami Crafts and News
Spring 2013

Welcome!  This site is full of free origami instructions and ideas based on the art of Japanese paper folding.

This site is also all about taking your origami to the next level:  You've folded a beautiful flower, animal, bird, whatever.  Now what do you do with it?  You'll find lots of ideas on this site!  All of them from fellow folding enthusiasts.

All of the photos on this page are clickable links to free instructions or more information.

Browse for more projects in our Project Library. You can browse all the models in our Model Library.

NEW!  Get extra project ideas and the latest info on my workshops on my Facebook page:

Make-It and Take-It  Barb does free monthly workshops at Artist and Display in Milwaukee, WI. Next one is:
To be announced
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Or, check out our
Classes in Menomonee Falls  
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Or, plan your own
Custom Workshop or Party  
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One of Our Most Popular Projects is this pull-apart heart card that we found in a delightful book by Charlene Olexiewicz. For complete instructions, click here.






Peace Crane Bookmark >
This bookmark based on the symbol of peace and good luck is a nice gift to slip in your greeting cards. A favorite teacher or librarian is sure to appreciate one!


Make someone's day with origami! There are many more ideas below and in our Project Library and Model Library.

More Recent Projects and Articles

Party Fun! Check out this idea:  Have everyone make and decorate their own hat. Go>	Swan Love Make two and surprise someone with a pop-up card. Go>
Origami Story How being late for a haircut led to this box and more.  Go>	Why... is this pretty paper on a clothesline?  Find the answer here. Go>
Spring has Sprung! Hot off the presses are the instructions for the easy flower from one of our recent workshops.                             Go>	Sing Along! Sarah and Ben fold cranes while listening to our own original song. You can, too! Go>
Tip-Toe through the Tulips This tulip made from the crane base is a cinch! Go>	Lily with Six Petals Ready to move beyond the square? Try this realistic lily that starts with a triangular piece of paper.   Go>
Something's Fishy Make this easy goldfish.  Then make a bunch and turn them into a mobile. Go>	Big Bad Betta in a Bowl Add plants and rocks, but please don't add water!   Go>
Congratulate the Lovebirds Give them a card that stands out from the rest. Go>	5 Ways Origami is Extremely Good for You and kids, seniors, and everyone in between. Go>
Pot O' Gold              Shortage of rainbows and leprechauns in your neighborhood?  Well, then why not make your own pot of gold? Chocolate coins in this origami box are as good as gold.    Go>